Posts on Thursdays (Grades 7-12)

Course Objective
The Speech Writing Course provides students with hands-on experience composing and delivering speeches. Learners will develop skills in organizing ideas, engaging audiences, and presenting with confidence. By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• • Plan, write, and structure clear and effective speeches

  • Deliver presentations confidently using thematic organization

  • Adapt content and style to engage different audiences

  • Record and submit video speeches for evaluation and feedback

  • Build public speaking skills and presentation experience

Course Description
This speech writing course gives students the opportunity to write and deliver three self-composed speeches, including a short introduction speech, a personal topic presentation, and a longer thematic speech. Students will learn to organize content with a clear purpose and deliver it effectively to an audience.

Students will also practice:

• • Planning and structuring speeches for clarity and engagement

  • Composing speeches that are organized, purposeful, and audience-focused

  • Delivering presentations with confidence and appropriate pacing

  • Recording speeches as unlisted videos for teacher evaluation

  • Gaining public speaking experience in a supportive, virtual environment

By completing this course, students will develop speech writing and delivery skills, gain confidence in public speaking, and learn techniques for engaging audiences effectively. This course is ideal for students seeking practice in composing, planning, and presenting speeches in a safe and guided setting.